How do we plant Persian chrysanthemum?

Persian chrysanthemum, also known as Qiuying and Gesang flower, is an annual or perennial herb. It originated in America and Mexico and was not widely known until Columbus discovered the New World. Its scientific name Cosmos in Greek has a good meaning of harmony, order, good deeds and so on. Now it is also widely cultivated in China. Wild Persian chrysanthemum often grows by the roadside or by the ridge of the field. It is very beautiful in the flowering season and colorful to attract people's attention. How should we plant Persian chrysanthemum?

1. Soil

Persian chrysanthemum has special requirements for soil. Persian chrysanthemum likes less fertile soil and should not apply too much fertilizer when growing, otherwise it will hinder the growth of Persian chrysanthemum, cause branches and leaves to grow, and affect the quality of flowering. If the Persian chrysanthemum plant is too high, it will lead to no flowering or very few flowers, affecting the ornamental value.

2. Sowing seeds

We first put the prepared Persian chrysanthemum seeds in a small plastic bag, and then put the seeds in a dry and cool place to keep the seeds fresh. Generally speaking, the suitable growth temperature of Persian chrysanthemum is about 25 degrees Celsius. Generally, the season that reaches this temperature condition happens to be spring, and we can sow seeds in March or April. Choose a flowerpot of the right size, bury the seeds of Persian chrysanthemum three to five centimeters under the soil, and then cover with a thin layer of soil. After sowing, we should water the soil once, and finally put the flowerpot in a cool place to wait for the seeds of Persian chrysanthemum to germinate. When the temperature is higher than 15 degrees Celsius, Persian chrysanthemum usually begins to sprout in a week or so. Sprouting Persian chrysanthemum can be sunny, but be careful not to accept the strong direct sunlight, so that the seedlings of Persian chrysanthemum should gradually adapt to the light.

3. Lighting

Persian chrysanthemum likes sunshine and can withstand drought. it is a kind of short-day plant.

4. Pick the heart

Spring sowing seedlings of Persian chrysanthemum tend to have few leaves and flowers, while summer sowing seedlings are short, neat and blossom continuously. The growth of Persian chrysanthemum is very fast, and we can pick the heart many times in the growth process, which can promote the branch growth of Persian chrysanthemum. In general, during the growing period of Persian chrysanthemum, the top of the frontal branch in the middle is properly cut to promote the growth of more flowers.

5. Watering and fertilization

Persian chrysanthemum is resistant to barren soil, but must not have stagnant soil, can not adapt to the high temperature in summer, can not bear the severe cold in winter, avoid hot and cold environment, and like loose and breathable soil with good drainage. If you want to fertilize it, the best way is to mix the fertilizer and water, mix it well, and then pour it into the soil in the form of liquid.